Static Quiz 18 October 2023
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1. Question
Consider the following statements concerning the use of clay pottery throughout the
ages.
1. Clay figurines of domesticated animals could be found in the Harappan ruins.
2. Kosambi and Gaya host several clay pottery ruins of the Mauryan empire.
3. Greco-Buddhist stupas often decorated with stucco designs and motifs could be found in the
north-western region of the Indian subcontinent, belonging to the Kushana period.
Select the correct answer using the codes below.CorrectCorrect Answer : D
IncorrectCorrect Answer : D
- Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following about the differences between Buddhist and Jain literature.
1. While Buddhist tales and literature are didactic in character, Jain tales are not.
2. While ancient/medieval Buddhist literature is available in Sanskrit, apart from Pali and Prakrit,
ancient/medieval Jain literature was not composed in Sanskrit.
Select the correct answer using the codes below.CorrectCorrect Answer : D
All the Buddhist canonical literature is in Pali which includes Tipitaka (threefold basket). The first
basket, Vinaya Pitaka, contains the monastic rules of the Order of Buddhist monks. The second
basket, Sutta Pitaka, is the collection of the speeches and dialogues of the Buddha. The third
basket, the Abhidhamma Pitaka, elucidates the various topics dealing with ethics, psychology or
theory of knowledge. The jataka Kathas are non-canonical Buddhist literature in which stories
relating to the former births of the Buddha (Bodhi-sattva or the would-be Buddha) are narrated.
These stories propagate Buddhist religious doctrines and are available in both Sanskrit and Pali.
As the jataka tales grew in bulk, they assimilated popular tales, ancient mythology, stories from
older religious traditions, etc. Jatakas are, in fact, based on the common heritage of the Indian
masses. Buddhist literature is also abundantly available in Sanskrit, which includes the great
epic Buddhacharita by Aswaghosha (78 A.D.).Like the Buddhist stories, the Jain tales in general are didactic in character. They are written in
some forms of Prakrit. The word Jain is derived from the root ji (to conquer) and signifies the
religion of those who have conquered the lust for life. Jain canonical literature by Jain saints, as
well as a large number of works on lexicography and grammar by Hemachandra (1088 A.D.-?),
is well known. Much also in the way of moral tale and poetry are to be found. However, Prakrit is
well known for Gathasaptashati (700 verses) by Hala (300 A.D.), the best example of erotic
literature. It is a compilation of 700 verses along with his own contribution of 44 poems. It is
interesting to note that quite a few poetesses like Pahai, Mahavi, Reva, Roha and Sasippaha are
included in the anthology. The vast Katha (story) literature of Prakrit, written with a conspicuous
religious overtone, even by Jain saints, is full of erotic elements. The author of the
Vasudevahindi ascribes this changed approach of the Jain authors to the fact that it is easy to
teach religion cloaked by erotic episodes, like sugar-coated medicine. The characteristic of
Prakrit poetry is its subtlety; the inner meaning (Hiyaali) is its soul. Jain literature is available in
Sanskrit too, like the Upamitibhava Prapancha Katha of Siddharasi (906 A.D.).IncorrectCorrect Answer : D
All the Buddhist canonical literature is in Pali which includes Tipitaka (threefold basket). The first
basket, Vinaya Pitaka, contains the monastic rules of the Order of Buddhist monks. The second
basket, Sutta Pitaka, is the collection of the speeches and dialogues of the Buddha. The third
basket, the Abhidhamma Pitaka, elucidates the various topics dealing with ethics, psychology or
theory of knowledge. The jataka Kathas are non-canonical Buddhist literature in which stories
relating to the former births of the Buddha (Bodhi-sattva or the would-be Buddha) are narrated.
These stories propagate Buddhist religious doctrines and are available in both Sanskrit and Pali.
As the jataka tales grew in bulk, they assimilated popular tales, ancient mythology, stories from
older religious traditions, etc. Jatakas are, in fact, based on the common heritage of the Indian
masses. Buddhist literature is also abundantly available in Sanskrit, which includes the great
epic Buddhacharita by Aswaghosha (78 A.D.).Like the Buddhist stories, the Jain tales in general are didactic in character. They are written in
some forms of Prakrit. The word Jain is derived from the root ji (to conquer) and signifies the
religion of those who have conquered the lust for life. Jain canonical literature by Jain saints, as
well as a large number of works on lexicography and grammar by Hemachandra (1088 A.D.-?),
is well known. Much also in the way of moral tale and poetry are to be found. However, Prakrit is
well known for Gathasaptashati (700 verses) by Hala (300 A.D.), the best example of erotic
literature. It is a compilation of 700 verses along with his own contribution of 44 poems. It is
interesting to note that quite a few poetesses like Pahai, Mahavi, Reva, Roha and Sasippaha are
included in the anthology. The vast Katha (story) literature of Prakrit, written with a conspicuous
religious overtone, even by Jain saints, is full of erotic elements. The author of the
Vasudevahindi ascribes this changed approach of the Jain authors to the fact that it is easy to
teach religion cloaked by erotic episodes, like sugar-coated medicine. The characteristic of
Prakrit poetry is its subtlety; the inner meaning (Hiyaali) is its soul. Jain literature is available in
Sanskrit too, like the Upamitibhava Prapancha Katha of Siddharasi (906 A.D.). - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Traditional mats called mettha pai are made from
CorrectCorrect Answer : A
IncorrectCorrect Answer : A
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Nachiarkoil in Thanjavur District of Tamil Nadu is an important bell-metal centre
primarily becauseCorrectCorrect Answer : C
IncorrectCorrect Answer : C
- Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements.
1. There is evidence for the use of hollow masks in the Indus Valley civilisation.
2. Terracotta masks dating back to the fourth century have been excavated in eastern India.
3. The Natya Shastra speaks of masks and their use in theatre.
Select the correct answer using the codes below.CorrectCorrect Answer : C
IncorrectCorrect Answer : C
